Sambito Cuisine

1441 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 33612

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Sambito Cuisine stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 13, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Sambito Cuisine trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 13, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Beef stored in non-food grade bags, chef removed beef from bags and placed in proper food, grade bags. **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over top of sour cream inside reach and cooler chef removed eggs and properly stored them. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing at room temperature chef place chicken under running water. Chicken is still frozen solid.

06-01-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients. **Repeat Violation**

02D-01-5

Jul 9, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon stored overtop cut vegetables inside reach in cooler owner removed and properly stored bacon. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients.

02D-01-5

Mar 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Jul 11, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Mar 13, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.

10-08-5

Oct 20, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Operator has new employee that has not done food safety training.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.

11-27-4

Jun 21, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Jan 9, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sambito Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sambito Cuisine on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sambito Cuisine?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sambito Cuisine.

How does Sambito Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Sambito Cuisine most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Sambito Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sambito Cuisine have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sambito Cuisine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Sambito Cuisine inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sambito Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.

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